Gambia Goes After Ex-Ruler’s Finances, Associates

(JollofNews) – President Adama Barrow of the Gambia Thursday sworn-in a three-man commission to probe numerous allegations of mismanagement of public funds, abuse of office, and willful violations of public funds by the former President Yahya Jammeh and his associates.

The commission is headed by veteran lawyer Surahata B. Janneh who will be assisted by Chartered Accountant Abiosseh George-Gaye and banker Bai Mass Saine. Former Solicitor General and Legal Secretary Amie Bensouda will serve as its lead counsel while Alhagie Kurang, proprietor of Jollof Tutors will serve as secretary.

Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony at State House, Mr Barrow said the commission will not targeting Mr Jammeh and his associates for persecution but to look at the wrongs committed by the previous regime.

The commission members

He said his government is committed to the restoration of human rights, fair play and passion for justice for all.

Mr Barrow reminded the commission members that their selection has been carefully vetted, guided by competence, integrity and qualification, given the enormous task that lies ahead of them.

“Given your profile and experience, I have full confidence that you will, in your impartial deliberations, shed lights in the numerous allegations against the former president and associates,” he told the commission members who have three-months to complete their task.

“You will also provide references to the state to help address issues of alleged mass misappropriation of public funds.”

3 thoughts on “Gambia Goes After Ex-Ruler’s Finances, Associates”

Better late than never/ But a report in 3 months ??? These inquiries take years not 3 months. One wonders if this is to quell public dissatisfaction ? or to go to the heart of all matters ? Mai Fatty claimed 8 million gone missing, Barrow claimed 80 million. Yet accusations now turn into allegations. So what was the evidence to back up such claims ? >> and why the need to clarify “this is not a persecution” None of it makes much sense. This is a government susceptible to knee jerk reactions and fire fighting too late. This should have been done as the first priority, not a 6 months after thought.

Three months is a short period in present day Gambia.Adding the rains amongst the already many obstacles, they should be alloted more time.The proves of the allegations are abundant.But at the same time let’s let’s push and pull with the fact that no one is perfect.
Let them help and confess the truth for the benefit of impoverished Gambia.That will deter the like situation from occurring and even Satan respects and admires truth.Not to talk of human beings who have learned,experienced and expose to different situations. Those people are entrusted the reins by trying to come into terms with unfavourable circumstances .Yes we can if we try.

Lol, not to prosecute? What is the point then? The Gambia must be flushed with money? Creating employment for the elites? More quangos?
How about creating employment for the people that put you where you are now?